New Main: Tripod & Mount Accessories
Telescope mount accessories can be used to enhance the performance and usability of your telescope mount. Some of the most common telescope mount accessories include:
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Mounting plates: These attach the telescope to the mount and allow you to easily switch between telescopes without having to readjust the mount.
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Dovetail bars: Similar to mounting plates, dovetail bars allow you to easily switch between telescopes, but are often used on smaller telescopes or for piggybacking a smaller telescope on a larger one.
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Polar scopes: These are used to align the mount with the celestial pole for accurate tracking of objects as they move across the sky. Polar scopes are essential for equatorial mounts, and can be especially useful for astrophotography.
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Power supplies: These can be used to power motorized drives or other accessories, and can include AC adapters or rechargeable batteries.
